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Hog Roast for Film Crews in Ashley, Kent
Something for nearly everyone: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the crew in Ashley.
- Long shoot days
- Lunch at base
- Period locations
Planning an event in Ashley?
What happens on the day
People love watching the carving: our chef carves the pork in front of the queue, with crackling for everyone who wants it. Summer shoots near Ashley have light until about 9:15pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- We pack up and leave the base tidy.
Before we arrive
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Think about shelter for your crew
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
How to get a price
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
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Film set catering for your shoot in Ashley
The roaster cooks outdoors under cover, away from equipment and trucks, in a position locations are happy with. We are often asked to cater farm and estate locations and wrap parties, serving rotisserie chicken, hog roast rolls and salads.
For a shoot in a place like Ashley, tracks and soft ground need checking. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
Before you choose a spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way:
- Approval from locations
- Access agreed with locations
- Away from vehicles and equipment
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
A closer look at the menu
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
A hog roast roll is designed to be eaten in the hand. Gluten-free rolls can be provided on request.
Crackling
The skin crisps up over the hours of roasting, and there’s a piece for everyone who wants it.
Ashley questions
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Which station is closest to Ashley?
Martin Mill station, about 2.4 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you do wrap parties?
We do.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
We do, if you are happy to roast and carve yourself. We will explain the details with your quote.
How much room do you need?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We will confirm the space with your quote.
What happens in bad weather?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
Where do you set up on a shoot?
At base, on level ground. Locations will confirm the spot.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
For event organisers in Ashley
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Event organisers often ask caterers for paperwork such as a risk assessment. Let us know what your event requires and we will confirm what we can provide.
Location catering around Ashley
Ashley is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. We are happy to travel to Ashley for shoots and the places nearby. Ashley is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Ashley to Canterbury (about 11 miles away).
Ashley is roughly 64 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. Historic houses near Ashley include Walmer Castle (4.3 miles east) and Goodnestone Park (4.9 miles north-west). Period locations like these usually keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. The coast is within about 5 miles of Ashley, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
This part of Kent takes in CT15, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Whether your shoot is on Chapel Lane, Northdowns Close and Waldershare Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. For shoots just outside Ashley, we cover Studdal (1 mile north-east), East Studdal (1 mile north-east), West Langdon (1 mile south-east), Sutton (2 miles east) and Church Whitfield (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (11 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Walmer Castle (4.3 miles east) and Buckland Hospital (4.1 miles south).
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Rolls and stuffing normally contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Stuffing typically contains gluten
- Tell us who doesn’t eat pork
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Post allergen details at base
We pack away straight after service.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
Events we cater in Ashley
It copes with schedule changes.
People around Ashley book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Long shoot days
- Wrap days
- Crew appreciation lunches
- Commercials and music videos
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Martin Mill station, about 2.4 miles south-east.
What your quote should include
- Who carves and who serves
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether plates or china are included
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
A hog roast can be a special day alongside regular catering. For larger numbers, a hog roast is normally good value, because one whole roast feeds a lot of people. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
What you get with us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
Take a look at how we price or what a hog roast costs.
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Other occasions in Ashley
What a hog roast costs
Things that change the price:
- Access to the cooking area
- Time on site
- Travel to Ashley
- Whether you want china
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, send us:
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- A picture of the cooking area
- Your menu choices
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away